San Jacinto College

Miro named executive director of San Jacinto College Foundation Dr. Samantha Miro joined the San Jacinto College Foundation this spring as its executive director, bringing 15 years of experience in higher education leadership, strategic philanthropic partnerships, college access, and community engagement. In her new role, Miro will lead the Foundation’s efforts to build meaningful...

On the first day of class, Dessie Gipson sits at the front of the lecture room, head bent over the notebook in front of her, tapping her pen. Students shuffling in assume the woman with the pixie cut and crisp blazer must be the professor. Gipson, however, is preparing not to teach but to learn — reviewing notes she took while studying library books over the summer.  Beyond succeeding in...

As fall and its familiar flavors return, San Jacinto College Chef Melissa Menendez shares a quick and easy recipe deemed a favorite among her students.    Menendez believes the warmness of the spices can “set you right after a stressful day.” Mexican Rice Tomato rice with carrots, peas, and garlic  Yield: 10 portions Allergens: none common (check tomato bouillon brand for gluten or...

The San Jacinto College North Campus welcomed the public Sept. 22 for San Jac Community Connections, a free evening lecture series that brings neighbors together for learning and conversation. San Jac government professor Cody Pogue, who grew up in the North Channel area, designed the series to connect the College with the community he calls home. “This community and the College are...

Knowing about resources is one thing. Knowing how to use them is another. San Jacinto College veteran services coordinator Jose Nicolas created the Veteran and Military Affiliate Resource Fair four years ago to ensure local veterans and their families not only understand but also use the many benefits available to them. “We bring all the resources together so veterans can get the help they...

When Dariana Zavala got home from kindergarten, school was just beginning. She would race to her bedroom, grab her dolls, and lead them in reciting their ABCs. Today, Zavala is no longer pretending to be a teacher but working toward becoming one, pursuing San Jacinto College’s Bachelor of Applied Science in early childhood education. And her childhood dream is happening thanks to the Promise...

At 72, Chris Ward is not interested in slowing down but in making up for lost time. After a 54-year career that took him from the decks of massive oil tankers to the offices of refineries, banks, and insurance companies, Ward retired with an unusual goal: to become a beginner again. This time, he wanted to study something he loved. “I decided I’m going to spend the rest of my life...

Sept. 28 Registration Opens for Spring and Winter Mini Through Oct. 23 “Artifacts of the Delphinus Resonance” Time varies Central Campus Gallery, Lee Davis Library (C21) Through Dec. 3 “Camaro Lucinda” Art Exhibit Time varies South Campus Gallery, Flickinger Fine Arts Center (S15.143) Oct. 16 8th Annual Senior Wellness Expo 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Health resources, food, giveaways, and...